The Latest Trend of EDM Machine Tools and Machining Technology - Review of 24th JIMTOP (Japan International Machine Tool Fair)

摘要

This paper briefs the status and latest trend of EDM machine tools and machining technology nowadays, based on the author's investigation at the Japan International Machine Tool Fair (JIMTOF) 2008, which was held during October 30 to November 4 in Tokyo, Japan this year. It is found that the status and trend in EDM technology can be expressed with the following keywords: micro-machining with graphite electrode, ultra-precision machining, high-speed machining, applications to parts machining. Also, a lot of efforts on saving energy, reducing the tool consumption, lightening the burden on the environment were found.